APRIL 2020 AOS FILERS

[Rambava 73]

2 hours ago, Gak said:

Just out of curiosity, why did have to do the equivalency done even with a US degree?

 

the instruction says the equivalency should be done for foreign education. it does not say that we should do it for a U.S. degree.

"diploma or whether you have a higher degree. If you did not graduate high school, list the highest grade completed. Also, list all educational programs you attended in the space provided, such as high school, college, or other higher education. Provide the name of the program or school, the degree or certificate received, if any, the field of study, and the start and end dates. Enter your degree program start date and end date in mm/dd/yyyy format. If your degree program does not start and end on a specific day (i.e. “dd”), provide your best estimate of the day. If it is available, you must provide evidence of any degrees or certifications received, such as transcripts, diplomas, degrees, and trade profession certificates or equivalent (if this evidence is unavailable, you should provide an explanation and, if possible, evidence of unavailability such as a letter from the issuing institution). Foreign education should include an evaluation of equivalency to education or degrees acquired at accredited colleges, universities, or educational institutions in the United States. For a list of organizations that provide equivalency evaluation, see the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), at http://www.naces.org/members.htm. "

I didn't do it for the US Degree. I have a Masters in US and Bachelors in India(which I need the equivalency for).

[YvetteS 178]

3 hours ago, lilrose said:

Getting ready to submit AOS and was curious what everyone else did. My DS-3025 medical was just done in Jan.2020. Do I really need to spend $350 USD to get the info transferred!

 

Did everyone here get the 1-693 or did you file with the DS-3025??

Are you adjusting status from K1?

I only provided my DS3025. My package got received today, so I'm still waiting for my NOA.

[YvetteS 178]

3 hours ago, AlanaM said:

I checked no, as I currently have health insurance (in that I am not enrolled and waiting for health coverage to start). The "yes, I am enrolled" and "I will soon enroll" would be if you didn't already have active health insurance (I think). I was confused as to what to answer for that as well, as the wording was a little confusing and I was paranoid about leaving anything unanswered. Could definitely be wrong, but that's what I did!

I checked no for the same reason you did,  because I had active health insurance. In the box below I just explained that.

[YvetteS 178]

5 hours ago, AlanaM said:

Hi Everyone,

 

I'm joining this thread from the March 2020 filers! I originally submitted beginning of March but have been rejected twice so far, filed for the third time on 4/21 so fingers crossed third time lucky! Good luck to everyone applying during this tricky time and congrats to everyone who has received acceptance so far  

Good luck Alana!!

We have the same filing date

[SJ2020 65]

Hey we just mailed out our AOS packet and should be delivered tomorrow by noon😱 It’s been quite stressful putting it all together (we definitely “didn’t” argue putting it together 😂)  but I am so happy at least we got it out! Thanks for the help and good luck to everyone!! 

[ethngd 24]

3 hours ago, bel044 said:

Hey everyone.  Sent AOS on 4/2 and delivered on 4/7.  CRICKETS.  No NOA1, e-notifications, or bank withdrawal.

Keep us posted. We have similar timeline and I haven't got any notification either.

Package sent via USPS on Apr 03

Delivered on Apr 07

[Viking 142]

3 hours ago, bel044 said:

Hey everyone.  Sent AOS on 4/2 and delivered on 4/7.  CRICKETS.  No NOA1, e-notifications, or bank withdrawal.

Attempting Waiting patiently ( let me know how this is done ) 
 

delivered 4/10 still nothing for me too- 

 

called USCIS today- they cannot confirm anything- got an email addresse  To investigate with the lockbox facility- the resulting mail advise a response time of 30 days on the mail alone

[YvetteS 178]

23 minutes ago, SJ2020 said:

Hey we just mailed out our AOS packet and should be delivered tomorrow by noon😱 It’s been quite stressful putting it all together (we definitely “didn’t” argue putting it together 😂)  but I am so happy at least we got it out! Thanks for the help and good luck to everyone!! 

Putting together an AOS package is definitely the ultimate test for any new marriage 😅

 

Keep us posted on when you receive your text messages and NOA! 

 

Congrats on having it mailed out.

[Rambava 73]

Question for all that have filed already? How did you assemble the package? There are mix opinions out there.

1. Did you guys put the stick note? If yes did you use regular sticky note at the bottom or side?

2. Did you hole punch the top with two holes?

3. Did you pack each form, I485, I130, I765, I131 individually in a different brown envelope or all together. Thanks.

[MerryMentor 73]

9 minutes ago, Rambava said:

Question for all that have filed already? How did you assemble the package? There are mix opinions out there.

1. Did you guys put the stick note? If yes did you use regular sticky note at the bottom or side?

2. Did you hole punch the top with two holes?

3. Did you pack each form, I485, I130, I765, I131 individually in a different brown envelope or all together. Thanks.

1) Sticky tabs on top.

2) No holes, used paper clips.

3) All AOS forms in one envelope.
 

Already got 4 texts so it was okay.

[Rambava 73]

1 minute ago, MerryMentor said:

1) Sticky tabs on top.

2) No holes, used paper clips.

3) All AOS forms in one envelope.
 

Already got 4 texts so it was okay.

Thanks! To be specific how did you use the paper clips? Lets say you are giving last 12 months statement for a checking and savings account. Would you put 12 small paper clips to individual month and an acco clip/big paper clip to all 12 months or just one big clip and the tab on the overall thing?

[MerryMentor 73]

2 minutes ago, Rambava said:

Thanks! To be specific how did you use the paper clips? Lets say you are giving last 12 months statement for a checking and savings account. Would you put 12 small paper clips to individual month and an acco clip/big paper clip to all 12 months or just one big clip and the tab on the overall thing?

I used regular paper clips for similar group of documents, 12 statements would be one Clíp. Then a big one for each 485, 864, and small clips for 765 and 131 (and all the required documents for each form.

Edited April 23, 2020 by MerryMentor

[SeanDowney0309 47]

Hi, 

 

I have a quick question regarding the I-485 application form. At the top of every page is a box for the A-number, should i fill that in? or leave it?

 

Many Thanks

[MerryMentor 73]

3 minutes ago, SeanDowney0309 said:

Hi, 

 

I have a quick question regarding the I-485 application form. At the top of every page is a box for the A-number, should i fill that in? or leave it?

 

Many Thanks

If you have one, yes.

[bel044 49]

29 minutes ago, Rambava said:

Question for all that have filed already? How did you assemble the package? There are mix opinions out there.

1. Did you guys put the stick note? If yes did you use regular sticky note at the bottom or side?

2. Did you hole punch the top with two holes?

3. Did you pack each form, I485, I130, I765, I131 individually in a different brown envelope or all together. Thanks.

Only used paperclips for attaching the check and passport photos.  Had nothing else since all of my office supplies are at work and now I'm working from home.  I've heard they scan everything at the lockbox so it may just be more work for USCIS to un-attach a bunch of paper clips. 

Edited April 23, 2020 by bel044